Extreme Heat Warning Issued
From
City of Hawley
Sent
Thu, Jun 18 @ 12:18pm
Description
Extreme Heat Warning issued June 18 at 12:07PM CDT until June 18 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110.
* WHERE...Callahan, Haskell, Jones, Shackelford, Taylor, and
Throckmorton Counties.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.
This notification was posted by City of Hawley. City of Hawley is solely responsible for this notification and unless specifically indicated, no other community or individual utilizing Savvy Citizen is sponsoring, responsible for, or endorsing this notification.
